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What are private student loans and who needs them?

Private student loans are exactly what they sound like—loans issued by banks and other private institutions that you can use to pay for your college expenses. If you've already maxed out your federal student loan eligibility and still need money for school, private students loans may be right for you.

Benefits of comparing private student loan options

Not all private student loans are created equal. That means comparing your options can save you money. Compare loans by lender, APR, monthly payment, and more! Find the right one for you and start saving.

How to compare private student loans

Easy! Simply fill out the form above and click Find loans. We'll search, compare, and display your private loan options for you on the next page. Review your results and follow the links to apply directly with a lender.

Federal loan information: All colleges participate in the Direct Lending program, which means a student enrolled at that school receives their federal student loans (including Stafford, PLUS and GradPLUS loans) directly from the school instead of from a lender.